Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


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Football: From the trenches to the end zone: Duke Olges emerges as tight end threat

November 3, 2022

Northwestern’s first points in its road contest against Iowa last Saturday didn’t come from workhorse running back Evan Hull, senior receiver Malik Washington or dual-threat quarterback Brendan Sullivan.  Facing...

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Football: Mental Performance Consultant Jen Schumacher teaches student-athletes, coaches about mental skills

November 2, 2022

A former collegiate swimmer, Jen Schumacher felt a boost of confidence when she first swam across the 21-mile Catalina Channel — a goal she had since she was a young girl.  The swim took everything...

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Football: Northwestern defense readies to face one of the top offenses in the country in No. 2 Ohio State

November 2, 2022

Over the past five seasons, Northwestern (1-7, 1-4 Big Ten) hasn’t had the best luck against some of the country’s top teams, specifically offenses. In 2018, the Cats lost 31-21 to No. 3 Notre Dame...

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Football: What to Watch For: In ultimate David vs. Goliath, Northwestern hosts No. 2 Ohio State

November 2, 2022

Make it seven in a row: Northwestern’s weekend trip across the Mississippi River was fruitless as the Wildcats were dominated for all 60 minutes by Iowa.  After surrendering 33 points to the Hawkeyes ...

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Football: Northwestern’s defense falters in lopsided loss to Iowa

October 29, 2022

IOWA CITY, Iowa. – Entering Saturday’s contest, Northwestern and Iowa’s storylines felt similar. Both teams sat in the basement of the Big Ten West. Both entered on losing streaks – the Wildcats...

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